PRESENTATION OUTLINE
CHINESE CULTURE AND TRADITIONS
How is the Chinese calendar different from the western one?
The western calendar measures the years using Earths position in relation to the sun. The Chinese measures the year with the lunar patterns.
In Chinese astrology, what sign were you born under? What kind of person does this mean you are?
Snake, good tempered, skilled at communication by saying little words.
If you stand an egg at exactly 12:00 noon,what will happen to you,according to tradition?
The following year will be lucky.
How do you protect yourself from evil and disease, according to tradition?
Go to Chinese celebrations.
What are the two important ceremonies preformed for the dragon boats?
They must be blessed and 'Awakened' (painted) and then they are ready to race.
